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Sikorsky HUS-1L (LH-34D) 'Seahorse'

Description
  Manufacturer:Sikorsky
  Base model:HUS
  Designation:HUS
  Version:-1L
  Nickname:Seahorse
  Designation System:U.S. Navy / Marines
  Designation Period:1950-1962
  Basic role:Helicopter, Utility
  Modified Mission:Winterized
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Specifications
  Length: 46' 9" 14.2 m
  Height:15' 11" 4.8 m
  Wingspan: 56' 0" 17.0 m
  Wingarea: 2,460.0 sq ft 228.5 sq m
  Empty Weight: 7,900 lb 3,582 kg
  Gross Weight: 14,000 lb 6,349 kg

Propulsion
  No. of Engines: 1
  Powerplant: Wright R-1820-84
  Horsepower (each): 1525

Performance
  Range: 182 miles 293 km
  Cruise Speed: 98 mph 157 km/h 84 kt
  Max Speed: 123 mph 198 km/h 107 kt
  Climb: 1,100 ft/min 335 m/min
  Ceiling: 9,500 ft 2,895 m

Examples of this type may be found at
MuseumCityState
New England Air MuseumWindsor LocksConnecticut

LH-34D on display

New England Air Museum